The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 6 trains that leave Reading station (RDG) for Winchester station (WIN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C72479
C72476
C72473
P32223+
L73767
P32243+
L73777
C72479
C72476
C72473
P32243+
L73777
P32233+
L73773Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C72473 | 10:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h34 | 11:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P32223+ L73767 | On time 11:04 Reading station (RDG) | 1h00 | 12:04 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
C72476 | 11:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h34 | 12:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P32233+ L73773 | On time 12:07 Reading station (RDG) | 0h58 | 13:05 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
C72479 | 12:52 Reading station (RDG) | 0h34 | 13:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P32243+ L73777 | On time 13:07 Reading station (RDG) | 0h57 | 14:04 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 32m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 19:05 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Winchester station (WIN) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Winchester station (WIN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Winchester station (WIN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Winchester station (WIN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
- Car Park: Smart Car
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
